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UdonTempuraHongosanchome Station2 min walk

TOKYO LIGHT BLUE HONGO-3

トウキョウライトブルー ホンゴウスリー

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Firm Sanuki udon and freshly fried crispy chicken tempura—a blissful bowl enjoyed standing from 07:00

  • Famous for cold bukkake udon
  • Juicy freshly fried chicken tempura
  • Sweet chikuwa tempura
  • Sanuki udon with a firm bite
  • Easy to visit alone
  • Morning udon starting from 07:00
  • 9-seat standing counter
  • Takeout available

Located just a stone's throw from Hongo-sanchome Station, TOKYO LIGHT BLUE HONGO-3 operates exclusively with a 9-seat standing counter, offering an authentic Sanuki udon experience in a hurry. The signature dish is cold bukkake udon, renowned for allowing diners to finish every drop of the Dashi (Japanese soup stock) while alternating flavors with sudachi citrus, grated ginger, and tempura flakes. The noodles stand out for their rich wheat aroma and firm, springy texture, appealing especially to those who crave a satisfying chew. Freshly fried chicken tempura features a crispy coating and juicy meat, while the sweet fish cake tempura (chikuwa-ten) is also a favorite. Tempura is served on a separate plate to maintain its crispiness. Service is remarkably quick, with bowls arriving just minutes after handing over your ticket, paired with attentive hospitality such as checking whether you would like ginger and tempura flakes. Open from 07:00 on weekdays, it is a dependable spot for a quick solo lunch or morning udon.

Details

Address
2-39-7 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan

Address in Japanese: 東京都文京区本郷2-39-7

Nearest station
Budget
Lunch
–¥999
Dinner
–¥999
Reservations
No reservations
Payment
  • Credit cardNot accepted
  • E-moneyNot accepted
  • QR code paymentNot accepted
Seats
9 seats
  • Counter seats
  • Table seats
  • Private room
Smoking
Non-smoking
Parking
No
Private hire
Not available

Opening hours

Mon–Fri
  • 07:00–23:00
Sat–Sun
  • 10:00–20:00
Holidays
  • 10:00–20:00

Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.

Features & facilities

  • Counter seats
  • Open for lunch
  • Open in the morning
  • Takeout

Map & access

2-39-7 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan

Address in Japanese: 東京都文京区本郷2-39-7

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